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Hi,
Civil Services offer an attractive and challenging career to the ambitious, the aspiring and the talented.
1. Eligibility-
An Indian National Citizen
A graduate in any discipline from a recognized university and
In the age limit of 21-30 years
2. Two papers in prelims- Reasoning Aptitude and English Comprehension. Main exam is entirely subjective.
3. Select optional subjects considering your own comfort in understanding the subject and the process should be done carefully since it is the very deciding factor for your selection in this prestigious exam.
4. Preparing for UPSC requires combination of smartness and hard work. Do the right things to gain an edge over your competition:
*Get the right books for Prelims
*Start preparing at least 10 months before
*Solve past year questions to test yourself on regular basis
*Cover the scoring sections early
*Cover the syllabus strategically. Don't go for a "prepare all" approach for prelims
*Balance paper 1 and 2
5. Books that you can consider-
Indian Politics by Lakshmikanth
Ancient History by D.D.Kausambi’s
R.S.Agarwal [Arithmetic]
Essential of Grammar- Oxford Publications
Wren & Martin [English Grammar]
A Brief Introduction to Indian Constitution by Xaviers Pinto
Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation by Arun Sharma
6. A few popular institutes that offer IPS coaching in India-
Dronacharya IAS Academy
Achievers IAS Classes
Rajesh Academy For Civil Examinations
Nirvana IAS Academy
Ujjwal IAS Academy
BRAIN TREE Institute
7. Also you may refer-
http://www.upsc.gov.in/exams/notifications/2013/csp_ifs/csp2013.pdf
https://www.shiksha.com/getArticleDetail/192/Civil-Services-Entry
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Dear Swati,
A commerce degree prepares the student to deal with money. However, being an academic course it is almost necessary to pursue a professional courses in parallel in order to become employable. The choice of professional course depends on your interest interest of employment. A few professional courses that can be considered are Computerized Accounting, Chartered Accountancy, Company Secretary, Wealth Planning, Banking & Financial Services, etc.
If you are starting with the first year of your BCom then I would suggest you to consider Advanced Diploma in Banking & Finance. This 3 year course of TKWs is structured as a professional program that gives you three benefits.
1. Practical job oriented training in banking and financial services
2. Complete preparation to clear 3 levels of company secretary examination
3. Study support for all practical subjects during 3 years of BCom
Total 40 seats are offered for the above mentioned program. Contact the institute for more information.
Feel free to contact me for any other career guidance.
Best of Luck !
Amit Goyal

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